Chapter 30, Problem 5RQ

In which atmospheric layer does all our weather occur?

To determine

The atmospheric layer where all weather occurs.

Answer to Problem 5RQ

The atmospheric layer in which weather occur is troposphere.

Explanation of Solution

The atmosphere is made up of different mixture gases and is divided into various layers. Each layer has its distinct characteristics. The lowest layer of the atmosphere is the troposphere that extends up to $10\text{km}$ to $15\text{km}$ in altitude.

These layers consist of approximately $90\%$ of the mass of the atmosphere, and almost all of its water vapor and clouds. Most of the weather occurs in this lowermost layer of the atmosphere. Temperature decreases steadily with increasing altitude. The commercial jets fly at the top of this layer in order to decrease the disturbance due to weather.

Conclusion:

Therefore, the atmospheric layer in which weather occur is troposphere.